Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference? An organisation that nurtures its staff, encourages development and rewards staff for their hard work. If the answer is yes, then the Diocese of Oxford is the place for you!
Annual Salary: £13,103.87 per annum (£24,242.20 per annum full-time equivalent (FTE))
Salary Band: P
Hours: 20 hours per week, 4 hours per day Monday to Friday: 12:30 to 16:30*
Contract: Permanent
Location: Church House Oxford, Langford Locks, Kidlington OX5 1GF**
Closing date for receipt of applications: 31 December 2025
Interviews will take place at Church House, Oxford on: Thursday 15 January 2026
* Please be aware that you are required to provide full-time coverage during annual leave and in the absence of the other job share post holder as outlined in the job description.
**Please note that this is exclusively a non-hybrid role, with your work location being based at Church House Oxford.
About the role:
The Receptionist serves as the primary point of contact for staff and visitors, ensuring a seamless and welcoming experience through face-to-face interactions and telephone communications.
Collaborating closely with the Facilities Manager and job share partner, the role involves efficiently handling queries, managing the reception email account, and coordinating visitor bookings and parking logistics. Responsibilities also include overseeing incoming/outgoing mail, facilitating large-scale mailings via the Royal Mail online system, managing publications on behalf of the Communications team, monitoring, and replenishing stationery supplies, and producing access cards for new team members and contractors.
Additionally, the Receptionist provides support to the Facilities Manager in handling the café coffee machine and food ordering as needed. The role requires availability for full-time coverage during annual leave and absences of the other job share post holder to ensure the continuous smooth operation of the reception area.
About you:
You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work with us - around 50% of our staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins out work. However, all our staff do have a desire to make a difference.
We are seeking an individual who embodies friendliness, approachability, courtesy, and helpfulness, coupled with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. The ideal candidate thrives on taking initiative, possesses a flexible work approach, excels at multitasking, and adeptly prioritises tasks.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is a must, with a willingness to embrace new technologies and learn database management. While being a supportive member of our team is essential, we also value the ability to work independently with confidence.
Additionally, candidates should be open to training as a First Aider/Fire Marshal, contributing to the resilience of our Church House community. If you're ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to our vibrant team, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits and Rewards:
- Annual holiday entitlement starting at 25 days, excluding public holidays, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days, pro-rata for part-time employees
- In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days to all employees, namely Maundy Thursday, Ascension Day, and Christmas Eve (or the closest working day, where this falls on a weekend)
- Free parking and subsidised on-site café
- Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% into the auto-enrolment pension scheme, which includes death in service benefit (5% employee contribution)
- Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes
- Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous sick pay provision
- Access to low-interest financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union including loans.
- An attractive modern working environment
How to apply:
To apply, please email your completed application form and recruitment monitoring form to: recruitment@oxford.anglican.org The forms are accessible via the links below:
Job Description | Application Form | Recruitment Monitoring Form | Privacy Notice
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. If you do not hear from us, your application has not been successful.
We want the Church of England’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in our staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority heritage and disabled candidates, who are currently underrepresented.
The Church of England is committed to the safeguarding, care, and nurture of everyone within our church community. In the Diocese of Oxford, we follow and are committed to the Church of England's House of Bishops’ Safeguarding Policies and the relevant statutory legislation and guidance, "Working together" to ensure the welfare of children and young people is paramount